In 1990, one of the largest national parks in New Zealand, Tongariro, was listed as a World Heritage Site. It is a truly spectacular place to visit! Thousands of people go to Tongariro every year and hike the Tongariro Crossing. Visit the Tongariro website to learn more about the one-day hike.
On your blog tell us what you would need to pack if you were going to hike the Tongariro Crossing. What should you bring with you? Write a list of at least 5 items.
Other than making sure that you have the right equipment, what else should you do before heading out on a big hike? Click here to learn how
to stay safe while you’re hiking.
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The things I must take when going for a hike:)
1:) A first Aid Kit.
2:) Map and a compass / GPS.
3:) Extra food and water.
4:) Safety items: Fire, Light, whistle and Sunscreen / Sun block.
5:) Clothing, sleeping gear, Rain gear and Water gear ( incase you want to go for a swim.
6:) Multi purpose gears for cooking & Appropriate footwear.
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Things people must do before going on a huge hike:)
1:) Let a parent / an adult know before going somewhere / anywhere.
2:) Take the right supplies / gears.
3:) Always check that the weather is perfect.
4:) Always ask an adult or someone in your family to go with you.
